OCCI News
Welcome to the Oregon Coast Culinary Institute (OCCI) News Hub – Here you will find news stories and culinary events pertaining to OCCI. Explore the latest updates on all things culinary and baking & pastry arts at Southwestern. Discover engaging culinary events that spotlight the talent and dedication from the students, staff and alumni affiliated with OCCI.
Community Invited to Join OCCI and SWOCC Foundation for the 2026 Uncorking Opportunity! Scholarship Fundraiser – Jan. 23, 2026
Coos Bay, OR – The Southwestern Oregon Community College (SWOCC) Foundation, in partnership with the Oregon Coast Culinary Institute (OCCI), invites...
Holiday Stollen Sale Returns to Support OCCI Culinary Competition Team – Dec. 6-22, 2025
Coos Bay, OR – Celebrate the holiday season while supporting a great cause! Oregon Coast Culinary Institute (OCCI) invites the community to purchase...
Winter Term & Intersession 2025-26 Registration
Winter Term and Intersession 2025-26 are quickly approaching! INTERSESSION (OPTIONAL) = Classes take place December 8, 2025 – January 5, 2026...
The Weekly Knead: Sourdough Bread Sale!
Weekly Sourdough Bread Sale Place Orders by Wednesdays at Noon: [button link="https://oregon-coast-culinary-institute.square.site/"...
OCCI and Junior Chamber of Commerce Thanksgiving Bazaar 2025
Purchase Delicious Holiday Favorites and Support Local Students! Coos Bay, OR – This Thanksgiving season, prepare a delicious holiday meal...
Fall Desserts Community Class at OCCI: Living the Gourd Life – Oct. 18, 2025
Join us for a Fall community education baking class! Fall is the perfect season for cozy flavors and festive treats—and Southwestern is serving up a...
Fall Term 2025-26 Registration
Fall Term 2025-26 is quickly approaching! Classes start Monday, Sept. 15, 2025. Below are instructions about how to register. Still have questions...
OCCI’s Summer Restaurant Lunch Service Returns in July and August 2025
Coos Bay, OR – A summer tradition returns this July and August as Oregon Coast Culinary Institute (OCCI) opens its doors for a limited-time...
MENU: Culinary Market & La Patisserie – June 5, 2025
Join us for our very last Culinary Market and La Patisserie bake sale of the year! This Thursday, June 5, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at OCCI...
MENU: Culinary Market & La Patisserie – May 29, 2025
Join us for our combined Culinary Market and La Patisserie bake sale this Thursday, May 29, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at OCCI (1988 Newmark...
